Episode 217 - Surviving and Thriving in Midwifery

We have to be honest about the reality that working in midwifery is an unsustainable role. The lucky ones land a job that doesn’t leave them mentally and morally exhausted after a day of working amongst a toxic workplace that doesn’t care for the needs of midwives. It sounds harsh, but Lynnelle Moran has been researching this exact situation and has identified the factors that contribute to unsustainable circumstances for the midwifery workforce. Fortunately, she also researched the solutions, and the good news is, you can make your work as a midwife a little more manageable while we wait for the system to change. Listen to this episode to understand the midwifery context and how to survive or thrive in it.  In this episode Mel talks about the convergence of rebellious midwives and the assembly of rebellious midwives. Click the links to learn more about being a part of these. If you want more information about the VaJournal club, click here. You can find out more  @VaJournalclub This episode has been generously sponsored by Poppy Child from @popthatmumma. She is offering great birth rebellion listeners 25% off the Birth box which includes the oxytocin bubble tracks. Use the code “Melanie” at the check out to claim your discount. Just go to https://www.hypnobirthing-positive-birth.com/birthbox **Get more from the Great Birth Rebellion Podcast** - **Join the podcast mailing list** to access the resource folder from each episode at www.melaniethemidwife.com - Join the rebellion and show your support! Grab your **Great Birth Rebellion** **merchandise** now at www.thegreatbirthrebellion.com - **Follow us on social media** @thegreatbirthrebellion and @melaniethemidwife - If this podcast has improved your knowledge or pregnancy, birth or postpartum journey **please consider** thanking us financially by leaving a tip to support the ongoing work of this podcast.   **Disclaimer** The information and resources provided on this podcast does not, and is not intended to, constitute or replace medical or midwifery advice. Instead, all information provided is intended for education, with it’s application intended for discussion between yourself and your care provider and/or workplace if you are a health professional. The Great Birth Rebellion podcast reserves the right to supplement, edit, change, delete any information at any time. Whilst we have tried to maintain accuracy and completeness of information, we do not warrant or guarantee the accuracy or currency of the information. The podcast accepts no liability for any loss, damage or unfavourable outcomes howsoever arising out of the use or reliance on the content. This podcast is not a replacement for midwifery or medical clinical care. **All transcripts are generated by ai and may contain errors**